Do you know a young person who tends to argue or give excuses when you
are trying to correct behavior? Or a student who misinterprets praise
and compliments? Teach them the social skills "how to accept feedback"
and "how to give and receive compliments" using a kid-friendly story
with a lesson that enriches social emotional learning.
This entertaining story follows RJ as he goes about his day doing the
things he enjoys, such as blowing bubbles, playing soccer, and hanging
out with friends. But when a couple of friends give him compliments, he
just isn't sure how to respond! As RJ continues through the day, he
hears from his teacher and parents that while there are many things he's
doing very well, there are some things he needs to work on. His first
reaction is to argue and make excuses. Throughout this story, RJ
learns what it means to receive positive and negative feedback, and how
to respond appropriately. Parents and teachers will love taking kids
on RJ's journey as he discovers the many forms of feedback, and he
learns to accept and grow from criticism and compliments at home, in
school and with friends.
This picture book is the sixth in Julia Cook's book series, which
teaches children in grades K through 6 social skills that can make home
life happier and school more successful. The skills are part of the
Boys Town Education Model(R) that has improved student behavior and
classroom climates in hundreds of schools across the country. Many of
the same techniques can also be found in the strategies that comprise
Boys Town's Common Sense Parenting(R) program. Tips for parents and
educators to effectively teach how to give and receive compliments and
how to accept feedback are included at the end of the picture book. 31
pgs.
The BEST ME I Can Be! book series also includes:
- The WORST Day of My Life EVER!
- I Just Don't Like the Sound of NO!
- SORRY, I Forgot to Ask!
- TEAMWORK Isn't My Thing, and I Don't Like to SHARE!
- I Just Want to Do It MY WAY!
- I Can't Believe You SAID That!
